Why Is Russell Crowe Not in Gladiator Sequel After Winning the Oscar for the Ridley Scott’s Movie?
Ever since the announcement of Gladiator 2, the internet has been in constant buzz. Even though the fans are very excited about this movie, the absence of Russell Crowe has left the fan puzzled and curious. Russell Crowe played the iconic role of Maximus Decimus Meridius in the historical epic Gladiator back in 2000, has himself confirmed that he is not going to be a part of Gladiator 2.
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Why is Russell Crowe not a part of Gladiator 2?
The news that Russell Crowe will not be part of Gladiator 2 has left many fans fazed and puzzled. It has also led to more curiosity across the internet as fans want to know the reason behind his absence.
The end of 2000’s Gladiator is quite self-exclamatory to all the questions that the fans have been constantly coming up with. After taking his revenge against Commodus in a dule, Maximus was seen to be infected by his wound which eventually led to his death during the Gladiator’s ending.
Although there was once a version of Gladiator 2 which had Maximus resurrected by the Roman gods but this idea seems to be scrapped by the creators as the storyline is heading in a completely new direction. Even Russell Crowe has confirmed that the sequel of the movie picks up long after Maximus’ death which is estimated to be around 30 years. Talking about this Crowe said “I think where they’re picking the story up from, a young Lucius, stepping into the role of emperor. I think that’s a very smart idea within the world of the film that we created.”
Even though there is no official announcement yet, fans can still hope of seeing Russell Crowe as Maximus in Gladiator 2 through flashbacks or dream sequences, considering the fact that he is Lucius’ father.
Russell Crowe’s mixed emotions over passing the torch
In an interview with The Ryan Tubridy Show on RTE Radio One, Russell Crowe has opened up about his involvement in the upcoming Gladiator Sequel. Despite him not being a part of the film this time, Crowe showcases mixed emotions which expresses his appreciation for the experience he lived being part of the movie back in 2000. He even talked about how he feels jealous of all the new cast who will get the chance to be a part of the movie and have a similar experience that he had.
“I don’t want to dwell on it too much because it does take me back to a period of time when obviously I was significantly younger. And you know, the rose-colored glasses of that experience now are perfectly crystallized. I look back on it and I loved every minute of it, and that wasn’t actually the case at the time. I do like being on a period movie set. Stepping into those sorts of costumes and those sorts of situations and stuff, it has great appeal to me. There’s a slight edge of jealousy that people get to have that experience that I had once.”
Even though the fans are still disappointed with Russell Crowe’s absence in the movie, these candid remarks by the actor have given the fans a glimpse into his emotional journey as an actor who is revisiting a pivotal moment in his career.
Source: Screen Rant
